Live-Aboard Expeditions

Galapagos Cruises: Explore the Enchanted Islands by Yacht

Wake up each morning in a new island. Explore remote sites inaccessible by day tours. Navigate the same waters Darwin once explored β€” aboard boutique yachts with expert naturalist guides and personalized service.

β›΅4 yachts available
πŸŽ“Expert naturalist guides
🍽All meals included on board
🀿Snorkeling & kayaking included
πŸ›‘Free rebooking guaranteed
The Ultimate Way to Explore

Why Choose a Galapagos Cruise Over a Day Tour?

Day tours give you a taste of the GalΓ‘pagos. Cruises give you the full experience. Sailing overnight means you wake up at each new destination β€” no crowds, no rushing. Remote islands like Fernandina, EspaΓ±ola, and Genovesa are only accessible by live-aboard.

Our boutique yachts carry a maximum of 16 guests, ensuring an intimate, personalized experience with direct access to your naturalist guide throughout the journey. Every detail β€” meals, excursions, equipment β€” is included on board.

A Typical Day on Board
7:00 AM
Breakfast on board
8:00 AM
First land excursion with naturalist guide
11:00 AM
Snorkel excursion β€” return to yacht
12:00 PM
Lunch on board β€” sail to next island
3:00 PM
2nd land excursion and/or snorkel
7:00 PM
Dinner on board
8:00 PM
Evening briefing from naturalist guide
Available Vessels

Our Galapagos Cruise Yachts

All vessels are operated by Enchanted Expeditions, one of the most experienced cruise operators in the GalΓ‘pagos. Zambrano Tours is your local booking agent in Puerto Ayora β€” with 24/7 support throughout your trip.

First Class
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Enchanted Expeditions

Cachalote Explorer

A classic expedition-style motor yacht built for adventure. Originally constructed in Vancouver, Canada β€” its sturdy steel hull delivers exceptional stability. Accommodates 16 guests in 8 air-conditioned private cabins, with panoramic salon, dining area, and spacious sun decks.

β›΅ Motor Yacht, Steel Hull
πŸ“ 88 ft / 24 ft beam
πŸ‘₯ 16 passengers
πŸ› 8 private cabins
πŸ’¨ 9 knots
❄️ Air conditioning
Available Itineraries β€” click to expand
πŸ—Ί Fernandina β€” 8 Days / 7 Nights Β· Baltra β†’ Baltra
Day 1Baltra / Santa Cruz: Highlands + Darwin Station
Day 2Sombrero Chino & Rabida
Day 3Isabela: Sulphur mines, Puerto Villamil
Day 4Isabela: Punta Moreno, Elizabeth Bay
Day 5Isabela: Urbina Bay, Tagus Cove
Day 6Fernandina: Punta Espinoza Β· Isabela: Punta V. Roca
Day 7Santiago: Buccaneer's Cove, BartolomΓ©
Day 8North Seymour / Baltra
πŸ—Ί Tower β€” 8 Days / 7 Nights Β· Baltra β†’ Baltra
Day 1Baltra, Santa Cruz: Highlands + Darwin Station
Day 2Plazas, Santa Fe
Day 3San Cristobal: Kicker Rock, Cerro Brujo, El Junco
Day 4EspaΓ±ola: Gardner Bay + Punta Suarez
Day 5Floreana: Punta Cormorant, Devil's Crown, Post Office Bay
Day 6Santa Cruz: Cerro Dragon Β· Santiago: Sullivan Bay
Day 7Genovesa: Darwin's Bay, Prince Phillip's Steps
Day 8Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove, Baltra
πŸ—Ί Isabela β€” 6 Days / 5 Nights Β· Isabela β†’ Baltra
Day 1Isabela: Puerto Villamil
Day 2Isabela: Punta Moreno, Elizabeth Bay
Day 3Isabela: Urbina Bay, Tagus Cove
Day 4Fernandina: Punta Espinoza Β· Isabela: Punta V. Roca
Day 5Santiago: Buccaneer's Cove, BartolomΓ©
Day 6North Seymour / Baltra
πŸ—Ί Hood β€” 6 Days / 5 Nights Β· San Cristobal β†’ Baltra
Day 1San Cristobal: Pto. B. Moreno, El Junco
Day 2EspaΓ±ola: Gardner Bay, Punta Suarez
Day 3Floreana: Punta Cormorant, Devil's Crown, Post Office Bay
Day 4Santa Cruz: Cerro Dragon Β· Santiago: Sullivan Bay
Day 5Genovesa: Darwin's Bay, Prince Phillip's Steps
Day 6Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove, Baltra
πŸ—Ί Rabida β€” 3 Days / 2 Nights Β· Baltra β†’ Baltra
Day 1Baltra, Santa Cruz: Highlands, Darwin Station
Day 2Sombrero Chino, Rabida
Day 3Isabela: Sulphur mines, Puerto Villamil
πŸ—Ί Combo β€” 15 Days / 14 Nights Β· Baltra β†’ Baltra
Day 1Baltra / Santa Cruz: Highlands + Darwin Station
Day 2Sombrero Chino & Rabida
Day 3Isabela: Sulphur mines, Puerto Villamil
Day 4Isabela: Punta Moreno, Elizabeth Bay
Day 5Isabela: Urbina Bay, Tagus Cove
Day 6Fernandina: Punta Espinoza Β· Isabela: Punta Vicente Roca
Day 7Santiago: Buccaneer's Cove, BartolomΓ©
Day 8N. Seymour Β· Santa Cruz: Highlands + Darwin Station
Day 9South Plazas + Santa Fe Island
Day 10San Cristobal: Kicker Rock, Cerro Brujo, El Junco
Day 11EspaΓ±ola: Gardner Bay, Punta Suarez
Day 12Floreana: Punta Cormorant, Devil's Crown, Post Office Bay
Day 13Santa Cruz: Cerro Dragon Β· Santiago: Sullivan Bay
Day 14Genovesa: Darwin's Bay, Prince Phillip's Steps
Day 15Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove, Baltra
Premium First Class
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Enchanted Expeditions

Beluga

A boutique Premium First Class yacht designed for guests who wish to explore the GalΓ‘pagos in style. At 110 feet, Beluga is faster and more spacious. Bright interiors, comfortable private cabins, expansive sun decks, and personalized service for just 16 guests.

β›΅ Motor Yacht, Steel Hull
πŸ“ 110 ft / 23 ft beam
πŸ‘₯ 16 passengers
πŸ› 8 private cabins
πŸ’¨ 12 knots
❄️ Air conditioning
Available Itineraries β€” click to expand
πŸ—Ί Fernandina β€” 8 Days / 7 Nights Β· Baltra β†’ Baltra
Day 1Baltra / Santa Cruz: Highlands + Darwin Station
Day 2Sombrero Chino & Rabida
Day 3Isabela: Sulphur mines, Puerto Villamil
Day 4Isabela: Punta Moreno, Elizabeth Bay
Day 5Isabela: Urbina Bay, Tagus Cove
Day 6Fernandina: Punta Espinoza Β· Isabela: Punta V. Roca
Day 7Santiago: Puerto Egas, BartolomΓ©
Day 8North Seymour / Baltra
πŸ—Ί Tower β€” 8 Days / 7 Nights Β· Baltra β†’ Baltra
Day 1Baltra, Santa Cruz: Highlands + Darwin Station
Day 2Plazas, Santa Fe
Day 3San Cristobal: Kicker Rock, Cerro Brujo, El Junco
Day 4EspaΓ±ola: Gardner Bay + Punta Suarez
Day 5Floreana: Punta Cormorant, Devil's Crown, Post Office Bay
Day 6Santa Cruz: Cerro Dragon Β· Santiago: Sullivan Bay
Day 7Genovesa: Darwin's Bay, Prince Phillip's Steps
Day 8Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove, Baltra
πŸ—Ί Isabela β€” 6 Days / 5 Nights Β· Isabela β†’ Baltra
Day 1Isabela: Puerto Villamil
Day 2Isabela: Punta Moreno, Elizabeth Bay
Day 3Isabela: Urbina Bay, Tagus Cove
Day 4Fernandina: Punta Espinoza Β· Isabela: Punta V. Roca
Day 5Santiago: Puerto Egas, BartolomΓ©
Day 6North Seymour / Baltra
πŸ—Ί Hood β€” 6 Days / 5 Nights Β· San Cristobal β†’ Baltra
Day 1San Cristobal: Pto. B. Moreno, El Junco
Day 2EspaΓ±ola: Gardner Bay, Punta Suarez
Day 3Floreana: Punta Cormorant, Devil's Crown, Post Office Bay
Day 4Santa Cruz: Cerro Dragon Β· Santiago: Sullivan Bay
Day 5Genovesa: Darwin's Bay, Prince Phillip's Steps
Day 6Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove, Baltra
πŸ—Ί Rabida β€” 3 Days / 2 Nights Β· Baltra β†’ Baltra
Day 1Baltra, Santa Cruz: Highlands, Darwin Station
Day 2Sombrero Chino, Rabida
Day 3Isabela: Sulphur mines, Puerto Villamil
πŸ—Ί Combo β€” 15 Days / 14 Nights Β· Baltra β†’ Baltra
Days 1-8Fernandina Itinerary route (same as above)
Day 9South Plazas + Santa Fe Island
Day 10San Cristobal: Kicker Rock, Cerro Brujo, El Junco
Day 11EspaΓ±ola: Gardner Bay, Punta Suarez
Day 12Floreana: Punta Cormorant, Devil's Crown, Post Office Bay
Day 13Santa Cruz: Cerro Dragon Β· Santiago: Sullivan Bay
Day 14Genovesa: Darwin's Bay, Prince Phillip's Steps
Day 15Santa Cruz: Black Turtle Cove, Baltra
Luxury
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Metropolitan Touring

Yacht La Pinta

The pinnacle of GalΓ‘pagos luxury cruising. Up to 48 guests with floor-to-ceiling windows, hot tub, cardio gym, glass-bottom boat, and four expert naturalist guides. A medical doctor is on board 24/7. 84% of the time, guests explore National Park sites without sharing with other boats.

β›΅ Luxury Motor Yacht
πŸ‘₯ 48 passengers
πŸ› 20 Luxury + 4 Luxury Plus cabins
🏊 Hot tub + gym
πŸ”¬ Doctor on board 24/7
πŸŽ“ 4 naturalist guides
Available Itineraries β€” click to expand
πŸ—Ί Northeastern β€” 4 Nights Β· Monday to Friday
Day 1Baltra β†’ Santa Cruz Highlands (tortoises) β†’ Board La Pinta
Day 2Eden Islet: boobies, snorkel Β· Sombrero Chino: trail, snorkeling
Day 3BartolomΓ©: summit hike, Pinnacle Rock Β· Sullivan Bay: lava field, snorkel
Day 4Genovesa: Prince Philip's Steps (bird colonies) Β· Darwin Bay: beach, snorkel, kayak
Day 5Baltra β†’ Airport departure
πŸ—Ί Southeastern β€” 4 Nights Β· Thursday to Monday
Day 1Baltra β†’ Board La Pinta Β· South Plaza: sea lions, land iguanas
Day 2Santa Fe: land iguanas, snorkel Β· San Cristobal: Cerro Colorado Tortoise Center
Day 3San Cristobal: Punta Pitt (frigates) Β· Cerro Brujo: beach walk, seabirds
Day 4EspaΓ±ola: Punta Suarez (albatross, blowhole) Β· Gardner Bay: sea lions, snorkel
Day 5Santa Cruz: Darwin Research Station β†’ Baltra departure
πŸ—Ί Southwestern β€” 6 Nights Β· Friday to Thursday
Day 1Baltra β†’ North Seymour: frigatebirds, blue-footed boobies
Day 2Isabela: Punta Vicente Roca (snorkel) Β· Fernandina: Punta Espinoza (penguins, cormorants)
Day 3Isabela: Urbina Bay (iguanas, whales) Β· Tagus Cove: Darwin Crater hike, snorkel
Day 4Rabida: red sand beach Β· Dragon Hill: land iguanas, lagoon birds
Day 5Santa Cruz: Darwin Station + highland tortoises Β· Lunch at Finch Bay Hotel
Day 6Floreana: Post Office Bay Β· Champion Islet + Cormorant Point (flamingos)
Day 7Baltra β†’ Airport departure
Tourist Superior
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Aida Maria Yacht Galapagos

Aida Maria

A comfortable Tourist Superior motor yacht ideal for travelers seeking an authentic GalΓ‘pagos expedition at an accessible price point. 16 guests in 8 double cabins with private bathrooms, air conditioning, and a solarium with bar-dining room. Multiple itineraries covering all major regions of the archipelago.

β›΅ Motor Yacht
πŸ‘₯ 16 passengers
πŸ‘¨β€βœˆοΈ 7 crew members
πŸ› 8 double cabins
❄️ Air conditioning
🚿 Private bathrooms
Available Itineraries β€” click to expand
πŸ—Ί Itinerary A β€” 8 Days / 7 Nights Β· Baltra β†’ San CristΓ³bal
Day 1Baltra β†’ Las Bachas Beach: sea turtle nesting, flamingo lake, welcome dinner
Day 2Genovesa: Darwin Bay (seabirds, boobies) Β· Prince Philip's Steps (snorkel, panga)
Day 3BartolomΓ©: iconic viewpoint Β· Sullivan Bay: lava field walk
Day 4Black Turtle Cove: sharks & rays lagoon Β· Cerro Dragon: land iguanas
Day 5Santa Cruz: Darwin Research Station Β· Highlands: lava tubes, giant tortoises
Day 6Floreana: Post Office Bay Β· Punta Cormorant (flamingos) Β· Devil's Crown snorkel
Day 7EspaΓ±ola: Punta Suarez (albatross, blowhole) Β· Gardner Bay: sea lions, snorkel
Day 8Lobos Island (San CristΓ³bal): snorkel, sea lions, boobies β†’ End of cruise
πŸ—Ί Itinerary A1 β€” 5 Days / 4 Nights Β· Baltra β†’ Baltra
Day 1Baltra β†’ Las Bachas Beach: sea turtle nesting, flamingo lake, welcome dinner
Day 2Genovesa: Darwin Bay (seabirds, boobies) Β· Prince Philip's Steps (snorkel, panga)
Day 3BartolomΓ©: iconic viewpoint Β· Sullivan Bay: volcanic lava field
Day 4Black Turtle Cove: sharks, rays & turtles Β· Cerro Dragon: land iguanas
Day 5Santa Cruz: Darwin Research Station β†’ Baltra departure
πŸ—Ί Itinerary B β€” 8 Days / 7 Nights Β· San CristΓ³bal β†’ Baltra
Day 1San CristΓ³bal: Interpretation Center + Cerro Tijeretas (two frigate species)
Day 2Santa Fe: sea lions, land iguanas, snorkel Β· South Plazas: iguanas, swallow-tailed gulls
Day 3Santa Cruz: Darwin Research Station Β· Highlands: lava tubes, giant tortoises
Day 4Isabela: Sierra Negra Volcano hike Β· Humedales + Arnaldo Tupiza Turtle Breeding Center
Day 5Isabela: Punta Moreno (3 volcano panorama) Β· Elizabeth Bay (penguins, rays)
Day 6Fernandina: Punta Espinoza (iguanas, cormorants) Β· Isabela: Punta Vicente Roca (snorkel)
Day 7Santiago: Puerto Egas (black sand beach) Β· RΓ‘bida (red sand beach, sea lions)
Day 8North Seymour: frigatebirds, boobies, sea lions β†’ Baltra departure
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